2001 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, both 2001 Renault Megane and 2001 Spyker C8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Spyker C8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Spyker C8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Megane | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Renault | Spyker |
Model | Megane | C8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |